May 2025 · Metropolitan area · BLS OEWS
Salaries in South Arkansas
South Arkansas nonmetropolitan area
349 occupations
Across 349 occupations with published wages in South Arkansas, nurse anesthetists record the highest median at $244,510 per year.
Highest-paying occupations in South Arkansas
| # | Occupation | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nurse Anesthetists | $244,510 | 30 | |
| 2 | Dentists, General | $181,570 | 70 | |
| 3 | Architectural and Engineering Managers | $140,600 | 110 | |
| 4 | Pharmacists | $136,240 | 220 | |
| 5 | Microbiologists | $129,960 | 40 | |
| 6 | Nurse Practitioners | $129,070 | 250 | |
| 7 | Natural Sciences Managers | $126,440 | 60 | |
| 8 | Industrial Production Managers | $126,250 | 390 | |
| 9 | Purchasing Managers | $125,540 | 70 | |
| 10 | Physician Assistants | $118,430 | 40 | |
| 11 | Software Developers | $117,260 | 130 | |
| 12 | Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors | $115,210 | 40 | |
| 13 | Chief Executives | $112,830 | 270 | |
| 14 | Occupational Therapists | $111,310 | 130 | |
| 15 | Engineers, All Other | $106,960 | 70 | |
| 16 | Marketing Managers | $104,890 | 40 | |
| 17 | Human Resources Managers | $103,720 | 80 | |
| 18 | Computer and Information Systems Managers | $103,580 | 150 | |
| 19 | Chemical Engineers | $103,420 | 160 | |
| 20 | Veterinarians | $102,900 | 30 | |
| 21 | Physical Therapists | $99,580 | 150 | |
| 22 | Power Plant Operators | $99,570 | 70 | |
| 23 | Chemists | $97,470 | 150 | |
| 24 | Postmasters and Mail Superintendents | $96,560 | 30 | |
| 25 | Biological Scientists, All Other | $96,100 | 100 |
Largest occupations by employment
| Occupation | Jobs | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | 3,150 | $23,710 |
| Cashiers | 3,150 | $25,950 |
| Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers | 2,830 | $46,430 |
| Retail Salespersons | 2,560 | $28,220 |
| Office Clerks, General | 2,550 | $35,610 |
| General and Operations Managers | 2,540 | $72,800 |
| Stockers and Order Fillers | 2,310 | $30,950 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | 2,230 | $26,260 |
| Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand | 2,210 | $34,710 |
| Registered Nurses | 1,980 | $75,960 |
Lowest-paying occupations
| Occupation | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Teaching Assistants, Postsecondary | $23,400 | 130 |
| Waiters and Waitresses | $23,490 | 950 |
| Bartenders | $23,570 | 170 |
| Self-Enrichment Teachers | $23,670 | 40 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | $23,710 | 3,150 |
| Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists | $23,990 | 50 |
| Amusement and Recreation Attendants | $24,180 | 60 |
| Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals | $24,180 | 70 |
| School Bus Monitors | $24,960 | 80 |
| Food Preparation Workers | $25,580 | 500 |
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Wages are for wage-and-salary workers; self-employed workers are not included. Salary Explorer is an independent project. It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or any government agency. Full methodology.
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